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Which publication was edited by Surendranath Banerjee during the Swadeshi movement?
Which publication was edited by Surendranath Banerjee during the Swadeshi movement?
- Sanjibani
- Yugantar
- Bengali (correct)
- Hitabaadi
What genre of literature did the Swadeshi movement significantly contribute to?
What genre of literature did the Swadeshi movement significantly contribute to?
- Mystery Novels
- Historical Fiction
- Science Fiction
- Patriotic Literature (correct)
Who composed the song 'Amar Sonar Bangla' that became the national anthem of Bangladesh?
Who composed the song 'Amar Sonar Bangla' that became the national anthem of Bangladesh?
- Kumar Sanu
- Swarna Kumari Devi
- Bhupendra Dutta
- Rabindranath Tagore (correct)
Which of the following was a key figure in establishing Indian Fine Arts during the Swadeshi movement?
Which of the following was a key figure in establishing Indian Fine Arts during the Swadeshi movement?
What was one of the main aims of the Swadeshi movement in education?
What was one of the main aims of the Swadeshi movement in education?
Which play was written by Khirod Prasad during the Swadeshi movement?
Which play was written by Khirod Prasad during the Swadeshi movement?
Which of the following songs from the Swadeshi movement highlights individual determination?
Which of the following songs from the Swadeshi movement highlights individual determination?
Which institution was founded under the Swadeshi movement to promote Indian Fine Arts?
Which institution was founded under the Swadeshi movement to promote Indian Fine Arts?
Study Notes
Consequences of the Swadeshi Movement
- The movement witnessed a surge in patriotic literature, evidenced by numerous new publications, including newspapers, books, dramas, songs, and articles.
- Publications like Bengali, Sanjibani, Hitabaadi, Sandhya, Yugantar, The Dawn, and Vande Mataram bolstered nationalist sentiment.
- The movement inspired plays like Palashir Prayachitta, Sirajuddoula, Mir Kasim, Sabbas Bangali, and Bangar Angashed, which focused on historical events and fueled patriotic fervor.
- Notable books from this era include Japani Bir, Joy Sangeet, Nabya Bharat, and Bangalakhmir Bratakatha.
- Rabindranath Tagore's 23 patriotic songs, especially "Amar Sonar Bangla," which became Bangladesh's national anthem and "jadi tor daak sune keu naa ase, tabe ekla cholo re...", profoundly resonated with the people.
- The Swadeshi movement encompassed national education, aiming to establish an independent system free from Western influences.
- The Bangia Kala Sangsad was founded to promote Indian Fine Arts.
- Abanindranath Thakur, a key figure, established the foundation of Indian Fine Arts through his painting ''Banga Mata''.
- Sister Nivedita transformed this painting to "Bharat Mata."
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Explore the profound impact of the Swadeshi Movement on patriotic literature and education. This quiz covers key publications, influential songs by Rabindranath Tagore, and the movement's legacy in fostering national consciousness. Test your knowledge on the pivotal works and figures from this era.
